Environmental Reviews examine certain proposed projects to identify potential impacts so that damage to Minnesota's environmental resources can be avoided or minimized through modifications of the project.

Watershed Management in Scott County is divided into four jurisdictions: Scott Watershed Management Organization is the largest and operated by the county. Scott County Vermillion Joint Powers, Lower Minnesota River Watershed District, and Prior Lake - Spring Lake Watershed District comprise the rest of Scott County's watershed management partners. All work together to improve water resources.